2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Tata Estate

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Estate weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Estate. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1998 Tata Estate has manual transmission. 1998 Tata Estate will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 1998 Tata Estate
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model Express Estate
Year Released 2008 1998
Engine Size 4800 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 67 HP
Torque 399 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1644 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2830 mm