1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | 420 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
