1984 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
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, 2011 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
