1993 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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, 2010 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
