1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Thunderbird | Indica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |
