1980 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Taunus | Indica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
