1986 Renault Super 5 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 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | Super 5 | Indica |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |