1974 Rover 3.5 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Rover 3.5 (149 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 282 kg more than 1974 Rover 3.5.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Rover 3.5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari. 1974 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Rover 3.5 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Rover | Tata |
Model | 3.5 | Safari |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |