1981 Matra-Simca Murena vs. 1993 Tata Estate
To start off, 1993 Tata Estate is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Murena would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Matra-Simca Murena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena (91 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena should accelerate faster than 1993 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Tata Estate weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena.
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, 1981 Matra-Simca Murena (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Matra-Simca Murena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | 1993 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Tata |
| Model | Murena | Estate |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
