1985 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 516 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Lincoln Mark VII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lincoln Mark VII | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Lincoln | Tata |
| Model | Mark VII | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
