1984 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (69 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2011 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Tata |
| Model | Jetta | Safari |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
