1988 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1988 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Crown Victoria | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
