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 9 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
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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 | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
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 |