1998 Tata Estate vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 539 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1998 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 1998 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Estate | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
| Model | Estate | Golf |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2512 mm |
