1998 Tata Safari vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1998 Tata Safari (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Tata Safari | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Starlet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |