1988 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
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, 2010 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Indigo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |