1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 675 kg more than 1960 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 120 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |