1987 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Polo | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
