2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Tata Estate

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 1998 Tata Estate
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model Corvette Estate
Year Released 2005 1998
Engine Size 5965 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 67 HP
Torque 544 Nm 118 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1644 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2830 mm


 

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