1991 Renault Express vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 185 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Express | Indica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
