1989 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Volvo 120
To start off, 1989 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Mustang (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Mustang weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Volvo 120. 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, 1989 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Mustang | 1966 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 120 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
