2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
