1984 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2010 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Corolla | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
