1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 911 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 37 L |
