1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2012 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indica. 1999 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 Tata Indica | |
Make | Land Rover | Tata |
Model | Discovery | Indica |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |