1984 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 666 kg more than 2004 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick LeSabre 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 1984 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indica. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Tata Indica | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | LeSabre | Indica |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |