2007 Tata Indica vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Indica | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
