1992 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 30 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 1992 Nissan Laurel 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 1992 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indigo, 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, 1992 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Laurel | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
