1979 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2000 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2000 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |