1986 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Tata Indica
To start off, 2003 Tata Indica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Indica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2003 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
