2002 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Volvo 265. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mustang | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 265 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
