1997 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 530 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Legend | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
