1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Tata |
| Model | Continental | Indica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
