1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 968 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 42 L |
