1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 861 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 911 | Safari |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |