1993 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 785 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Toyota Carina | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Toyota | Tata |
Model | Carina | Safari |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |