1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 830 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Escort | Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |