1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daewoo Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daewoo Nubira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Nubira | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Tata |
| Model | Nubira | Indica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
