1988 Renault 21 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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 765 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 21. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 21 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
