1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Accord | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
