2009 Tata Indica vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica.
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, 1997 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indica | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |