1982 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Granada | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
