1975 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 520 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Jeep | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
