1984 Nissan Prairie vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
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, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Nissan Prairie | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Prairie | Indica |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |