1999 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1999 Mahindra Bolero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra Bolero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra Bolero weights approximately 296 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244.
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, 1974 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra Bolero | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Mahindra | Volvo |
| Model | Bolero | 244 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1404 kg |
