1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Ford Mustang. 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Mustang | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |