1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 2006 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Peugeot | Tata |
| Model | 505 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
