1985 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Passat | Indica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
