2009 Tata Indica vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 275 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 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Carlton (160 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indica | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
