2008 Tata Indigo vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Tata Indigo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tata Indigo | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1404 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
