1989 Audi V8 vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Audi V8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1989 Audi V8 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. 1989 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Audi | Tata |
| Model | V8 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
