1989 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 745 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercury | Tata |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
