1998 Tata Indica vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Indica | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indica | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
