2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |