2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 18 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 265 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
