2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 51 kg more than 1971 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
