2009 Tata Indica vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MRJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 567 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
Because 1995 Toyota MRJ 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 1995 Toyota MRJ. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indica | MRJ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
