1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 626 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 626 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
