1984 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Because 1984 Renault 5 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 Renault 5. 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 5 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
