2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 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 57 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 265 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | 265 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
