1985 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 840 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Safari |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |