1983 Renault 4 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 4 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 4 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
