1980 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1992 Tata Estate is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 745 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
Because 1992 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 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Estate |
Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |