1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Tata Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Caprice | Safari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
