1989 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Legend | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
