1989 Renault 4 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 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Renault 4 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Renault | Tata |
Model | 4 | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |