1992 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 1998 Tata Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 858 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
Because 1998 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 1998 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina, 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, 1998 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Barina | Estate |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
