1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Camaro | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |