1998 Tata Estate vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Honda Element.
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, 2010 Honda Element, 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Tata Estate | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Tata | Honda |
Model | Estate | Element |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4328 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2576 mm |