2009 Tata Indica vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Indica | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
