1986 Ford Meteor 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 Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Meteor | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
