1975 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 920 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Corona | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |