2001 Tata Indica vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Indica weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Tata Indica (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata Indica | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
