1990 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 602 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1994 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 1994 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1990 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1994 Tata Estate | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Civic | Estate |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |