1990 Ford Probe vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Probe weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Probe | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
