1993 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 19 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 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort.
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, 2012 Tata Indigo (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
