1975 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2009 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Corolla | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |