1979 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Kadett | Safari |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |