1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lotus Excel | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Excel | Indigo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |