1996 Renault Clio vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Clio (250 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Clio | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | Clio | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
