1982 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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 1982 Renault 9. 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 (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 9 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | 9 | Safari |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |