2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1974 Volvo 343
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 554 kg more than 1974 Volvo 343. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 343. (107 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1974 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 343 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
