1998 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Laser (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Laser | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
