1989 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Laser | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Laser | Indigo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |