1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | 964 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
