1997 Venturi 400 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 768 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi 400 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Venturi | Tata |
| Model | 400 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
