1985 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Taurus (139 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Taurus. 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, 1985 Ford Taurus (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Taurus | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Taurus | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
