2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Tata Estate. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1992 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1992 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1992 Tata Estate | |
Make | Kia | Tata |
Model | Sportage | Estate |
Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |