2009 Tata Indica vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 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 Volkswagen Passat (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 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 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
