2009 Tata Indica vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Vento should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 111 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Vento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
