1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1999 Tata Estate

To start off, 1999 Tata Estate is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 139 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 1999 Tata Estate
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model Chevelle Estate
Year Released 1968 1999
Engine Size 3768 cc 1946 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 67 HP
Torque 298 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1501 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm


 

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