1994 Honda Today vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Today | 2009 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Today | Indica |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |