1998 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 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 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Laser weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 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, 1998 Ford Laser (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Laser | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1405 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
