1988 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1988 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Century | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Century | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2460 mm |
