2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Indica would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 525 kg more than 1999 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1999 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | CR-V | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
