2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata E would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Tata E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Corvette | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
