2009 Tata Indica vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |