1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Mustang | Indica |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |