1989 Renault 4 vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4.
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, 2009 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 4 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
