1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 710 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Alpine | Tata |
| Model | V6 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
