2009 Tata Indigo vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indigo | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Indigo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
