1996 Nissan Primera 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 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 24 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 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Primera | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
