1979 Mercedes-Benz CW vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 1999 Tata Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (395 HP @ 5160 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz CW | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | CW | Safari |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5160 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1930 mm |
