1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 805 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Indica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
