1987 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
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1987 Vauxhall Astra | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Vauxhall | Tata |
Model | Astra | Indigo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |