1991 Tata Estate vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1991 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1991 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Tata Estate. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1991 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1991 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Tata Estate | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Tata | Porsche |
| Model | Estate | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1947 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
