1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
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1987 Ford Mustang | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V70 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |