1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800.
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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Mustang | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
