1981 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Granada | Indica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
