1998 Tata Safari vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 11 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, 1998 Tata Safari (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 995 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 2009 Tata Indica. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Safari | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Safari | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
