1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 650 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.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Bandeirante | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
