1981 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Electra | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
