1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
| Model | Cutlass | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 7462 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
