1997 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 925 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2009 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Lancer | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
