2009 Tata Indica vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (158 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
