1994 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 825 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escort | Safari |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
