1978 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Taunus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1978 Ford Taunus 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 1978 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Taunus | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Taunus | Indica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 37 L |