1973 Rover P5B vs. 1993 Tata Estate

To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover P5B (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Rover P5B.

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, 1973 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1993 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1993 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Rover P5B 1993 Tata Estate
Make Rover Tata
Model P5B Estate
Year Released 1973 1993
Engine Size 3526 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 67 HP
Torque 295 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2830 mm


 

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