1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fairlane | 2005 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fairlane | Safari |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4088 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |