2009 Tata Indica vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 610 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | Previa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
