1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 690 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 911 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 911 | Safari |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |