1988 Mazda 929 vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 575 kg more than 1988 Mazda 929. 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 1988 Mazda 929. 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 1988 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda 929 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 929 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
