1978 Buick Electra vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari. 1978 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1999 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 1999 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Electra | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |