2007 Tata Indigo vs. 1990 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 240 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indigo | 1990 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indigo | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
