1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 280 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2745 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 37 L |
