1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (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 Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 911 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
