1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Caprice | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |