1993 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 520 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 968 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
Make | Porsche | Tata |
Model | 968 | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |