1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | Blenheim | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
