2007 Tata Indica vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Crown 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 1986 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indica, 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
