1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 15 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Indica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
