1991 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 945 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Opel Astra | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Opel | Tata |
Model | Astra | Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |