2012 Tata Indigo vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Tata Indigo | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Tata | Oldsmobile |
Model | Indigo | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1403 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |