1989 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Rocky | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Rocky | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |