1987 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | 300 ZX | Safari |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
