1992 Tata Estate vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Tata Estate | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Tata | Vauxhall |
| Model | Estate | Signum |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
