1992 Tata Estate vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 20 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival, 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Tata Estate | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Tata | Kia |
Model | Estate | Carnival |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |