1987 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 805 kg more than 1987 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Accord. (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Accord | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Honda | Tata |
| Model | Accord | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
