1998 Tata Safari vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1988 Volvo 480.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 480. 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 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Safari | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Tata | Volvo |
| Model | Safari | 480 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
