1989 Renault 19 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 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. 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 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 19 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 42 L |
