1978 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 816 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Rekord | Safari |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
