1989 Suzuki Alto vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Alto | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Alto | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
