1984 Ford Orion vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Orion | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
