1984 Audi 200 vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | 200 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
