1998 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Pickup | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
