1999 Tata E220 vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1999 Tata E220 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata E220 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata E220 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata E220 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata E220 | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | E220 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
