1989 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1992 Tata Estate is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
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, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 100 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
