1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 Ninety-Eight. 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 2009 Tata Indica
Make Oldsmobile Tata
Model Ninety-Eight Indica
Year Released 1979 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 5610 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2410 mm


 

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