1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo, 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 300 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
