1998 Tata Indica vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1998 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Indica weights approximately 129 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Indica | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indica | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
