2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 265 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |