1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
