1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 270 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Telstar | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
