1979 Volvo 265 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Volvo 265 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 1979 Volvo 265. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Volvo 265 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | 265 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
