1985 Nissan Prairie vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Prairie (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Prairie | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Prairie | Indica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
