1999 Holden Astra vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2425 mm |
