1989 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
