1994 Tata Estate vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 326 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
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, 2013 Honda Civic, 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate. 2013 Honda Civic 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. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Tata Estate | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Tata | Honda |
Model | Estate | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |