2006 Tata Indica vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Tata Indica | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
