1994 Ford Fairlane 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 Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Fairlane | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2460 mm |
