1986 Subaru XT vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 642 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Subaru XT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 Subaru XT (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
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1986 Subaru XT | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Subaru | Tata |
Model | XT | Safari |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2672 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |