1998 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Silvia | Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
