1977 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 1997 Tata Estate is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 750 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Because 1997 Tata Estate 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 1997 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Estate |
Year Released | 1977 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |