1999 Tata Estate vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Estate would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 148 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata Estate | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Tata | Chevrolet |
| Model | Estate | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
