1977 Mazda 818 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 920 kg more than 1977 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Mazda 818. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 818 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 818 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
