1985 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2005 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indica |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |