1988 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica. 1988 Renault 25 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 25 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
