2007 Tata Indica vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 1988 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Tata Indica | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Tata | Ford |
Model | Indica | Meteor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 1401 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |