1996 Infiniti J30 vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 1996 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Infiniti J30 | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Infiniti | Tata |
Model | J30 | Indigo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1403 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |