1993 Toyota Corolla vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 900 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Corolla | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Corolla | Safari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
