1987 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Tata Indica
To start off, 2002 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Indica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2002 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Indica |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |