1979 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Indigo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Tata Indigo (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Escort | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
