1988 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | 4Runner | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
