1998 Tata Indica vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 14 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Indica | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Tata | SsangYong |
| Model | Indica | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
