1995 Subaru Legacy vs. 1998 Tata Safari

To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 690 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Subaru Legacy 1998 Tata Safari
Make Subaru Tata
Model Legacy Safari
Year Released 1995 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1930 mm


 

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