1988 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Mustang 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Ford Tata
Model Mustang Indigo
Year Released 1988 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2301 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1254 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2460 mm


 

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