1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
