1997 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Tata Estate
To start off, 1999 Tata Estate is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 1999 Tata Estate | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Legend | Estate |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |