1971 Ford Capri vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 858 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford Capri | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Capri | Safari |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2637 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |