1994 Tata Estate vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Tata Estate | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Tata | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 454 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2766 mm |
