1992 Tata Estate vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 13 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L 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 2005 Saturn L.
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, 2005 Saturn L, 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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate. 2005 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 1992 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1992 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Tata Estate | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Tata | Saturn |
Model | Estate | L |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |