1986 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 23 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |
