1997 Toyota Venture vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. 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 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Venture | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Venture | Indica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1810 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
