1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 562 kg more than 2011 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Trans Sport | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
