1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 384 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2000 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Safari. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2000 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2000 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Ford Fairlane | 2000 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Fairlane | Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |