1986 Ford Orion 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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 111 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
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 Orion (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Orion | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Orion | Indica |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |