2005 Tata Indigo vs. 1993 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Tata Indigo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Tata Indigo. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Previa weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Previa 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 1993 Toyota Previa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indigo, 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, 1993 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Indigo. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Indigo | 1993 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indigo | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |