2009 Tata Indica vs. 1980 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1980 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
