1995 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 8 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1995 Ford Mustang.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50, 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, 1995 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Mustang | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | V50 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |