1994 Tata Estate vs. 1964 Rover P5

To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Rover P5 (119 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Rover P5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1964 Rover P5 (219 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate. 1964 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1994 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Tata Estate 1964 Rover P5
Make Tata Rover
Model Estate P5
Year Released 1994 1964
Engine Size 1948 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 119 HP
Torque 118 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2650 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2820 mm


 

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