1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1988 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Mustang.
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1988 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | S80 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |