1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 18 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2001 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Caprice | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |