1978 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indigo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 42 L |