1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Tata Indica | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Crown Victoria | Indica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |