1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 835 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
