1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
