1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V70 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |