1987 Nissan Prairie vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Prairie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Nissan Prairie. 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 Nissan Prairie (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Prairie | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Prairie | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
