1998 Tata Estate vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 634 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120.
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, 1964 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Estate | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Estate | 120 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
