2010 Tata Indigo vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 1988 Toyota Model F 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 1988 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1988 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 1988 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Tata Indigo | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Indigo | Model F |
Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |