1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Indigo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |