1987 Audi 80 vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 80 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
