1974 Nissan Fairlady vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Fairlady | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Fairlady | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
