1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Blazer | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |