1983 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1983 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1983 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Avanti | Tata |
| Model | Avanti | Safari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
