1980 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Indica |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |