1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 620 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Indica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |