2009 Tata Indica vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Indica | Gol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
