1982 Holden Camira vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1982 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Holden Camira | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Camira | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
