1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 810 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | V6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
