1998 Tata Estate vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 14 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Estate | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1400 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 | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
