1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Tata Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Safari weights approximately 421 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |