1978 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 33 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster 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 (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indigo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |