1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Tata Safari. (136 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Safari. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2002 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Suburban | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
