2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1996 Volvo 960
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Volvo 960. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 960.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1996 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | 960 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |