1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo.
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 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Avensis | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
