2009 Tata Indica vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Cressida (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Cressida |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |