1988 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 585 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. 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 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1988 Volvo 760 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 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | 760 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
