1981 Renault 18 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 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 18 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault 18 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Renault 18 2010 Tata Indica
Make Renault Tata
Model 18 Indica
Year Released 1981 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2068 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1005 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2410 mm


 

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