2009 Tata Indica vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 375 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tata Indica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Hilux (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |
