1994 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Indigo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1391 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 | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
