2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 512 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (321 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 120 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
