1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 665 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Scorpio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 2009 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Scorpio | Safari |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |