2006 Tata Indigo vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indigo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indigo | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | 480 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
