1989 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Bluebird | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
