2008 Tata Indica vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Tata Indica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indica | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
