1981 Volvo 240 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 550 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Volvo 240 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | 240 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
