1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 40 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 1984 Ford Sierra 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 Ford Sierra. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
