2009 Tata Indica vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 271 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Tata Indica | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Indica | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
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 | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |