1993 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Voyager (146 HP @ 4850 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. 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 (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chrysler Voyager. (241 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Voyager | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
