1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 31 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sierra (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Sierra | Indica |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |