1980 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Electra | Indigo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 115 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |