1996 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Cavalier | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
