1987 Lada Samara vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lada | Tata |
| Model | Samara | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
