2012 Tata Nano vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2012 Tata Nano and 2012 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2012 Tata Nano.
Because 2012 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano. 2012 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Tata Nano | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Nano | S80 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 624 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 48 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3099 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1495 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1652 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |
