1979 Chrysler 1609 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chrysler 1609 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler 1609 (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 820 kg more than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chrysler 1609. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler 1609 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | 1609 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1811 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
