1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Tata |
| Model | 88 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
