1998 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Indigo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
