1997 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Volkswagen Golf (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Golf | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
