1998 Ford Versailles vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Versailles (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
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 Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Versailles | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Versailles | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
