1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, both 1999 Ford Mustang and 1999 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 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 1999 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70, 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Mustang | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
