1984 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 5 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2005 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
