1986 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 20 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
