1983 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 288 kg more than 1981 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 343 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |