1988 Volvo 245 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1988 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1988 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 245 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | 245 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
