1989 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |