1994 Ford Royale vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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 Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Royale | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Royale | Sumo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2425 mm |