1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | DeVille | Safari |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
