1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
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1997 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | S60 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 590 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 728 Nm | 361 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2097 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |