2007 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Tata Estate
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (97 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 679 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
Because 1998 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 1998 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio, 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, 2007 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 1998 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
