1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 590 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fairlane | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |