1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Indica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
