1975 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Torino | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
