1990 Nissan Vanette vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Vanette | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Vanette | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2410 mm |
