1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1990 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 260 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |