2003 Holden Barina vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 2003 Holden Barina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Holden Barina.
Because 1992 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 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Barina, 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, 2003 Holden Barina (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Barina | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Barina | Estate |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
