1979 Buick Century vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Century | Indica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |