1989 Ford Tempo 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 Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Tempo | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
