1987 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 705 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, 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Indica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
