1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
