1983 Nissan Laurel vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 970 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
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1983 Nissan Laurel | 2004 Tata Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Tata |
Model | Laurel | Safari |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |