2011 Tata Indigo vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tata Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 1994 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tata Indigo | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Indigo | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
