1994 Tata Estate vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2002 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Indigo (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Because 1994 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 1994 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Indigo, 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, 1994 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Tata Estate | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Estate | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
