2007 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1998 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Indica would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Tata Indica. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 993 kg more than 1998 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lincoln Town Car 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 2007 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Indica. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Indica. 2007 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Indica has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Indica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lincoln Town Car | 1998 Tata Indica | |
Make | Lincoln | Tata |
Model | Town Car | Indica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2410 mm |