1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Charger | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
