2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 245 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 114 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 245.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 245 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
