2000 Opel Astra vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 2 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 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 444 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
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, 2000 Opel Astra, 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, 2000 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Astra | Estate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
