2009 Tata Indica vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 210 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.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
