1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move 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 97 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 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 1997 Daihatsu Move. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Daihatsu Move | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
Model | Move | Safari |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 846 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |