1988 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 Tata Indica 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 2006 Tata Indica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2006 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Legend | Indica |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |