1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Mazda MPV.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MPV | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | MPV | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
