1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 58 kg more than 1987 Volvo 740.
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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 740 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |