1985 Buick Estate vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 1999 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 949 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Estate 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 1985 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Indica. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Estate | 1999 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Estate | Indica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
