2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 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 (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |