1986 Lincoln Town Car vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Lincoln Town Car.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Town Car | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Lincoln | Tata |
Model | Town Car | Sumo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |