1981 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 29 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Because 1981 Ford Granada 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Granada | Indica |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |