1998 Tata Safari vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia 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 2008 Renault Thalia.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Thalia. 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Safari | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Tata | Renault |
| Model | Safari | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2473 mm |
