2009 Tata Indica vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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 Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| 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 | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
