1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 206 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.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30, 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | C30 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |