2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 140 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |