2001 Tata E vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 2001 Tata E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata Estate would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Tata E.
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, 2001 Tata E (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Tata E | 1997 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | E | Estate |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
