1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 154 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1998 Tata Estate | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Nova | Estate |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |