1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Lancer | Indica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
