1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 240 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 221 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 Volvo 240. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1984 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
