2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 170 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Frontier | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
