2009 Tata Indica vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 725 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.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Indica | Omega |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
