1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 300 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
