1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2004 Tata Indigo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Tata Indigo. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indigo. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2004 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Regal | Indigo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |