1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 500 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Voyager | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
