1995 Volvo 440 vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 895 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Volvo 440 | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Volvo | Tata |
Model | 440 | Safari |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |