1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1995 Tata E
To start off, 1995 Tata E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Tata E.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1995 Tata E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Chevelle | E |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
