1989 Ford Laser vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Laser | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Laser | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |