1998 Tata Estate vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Estate | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Tata | Suzuki |
| Model | Estate | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
