1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Indica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
