1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 138 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Carina | Indigo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |