1971 Buick GS vs. 2003 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2003 Tata Indigo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 606 kg more than 2003 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick GS 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 1971 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Tata Indigo, 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2003 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | GS | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
