1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 855 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Caprice | Indica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
