1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (135 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1984 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Mustang.
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1984 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V70 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |