1989 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Indigo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |