2005 Tata Mint vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Mint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Tata Mint | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Mint | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
