1998 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 642 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Tata Safari | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Tata | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Altima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2675 mm |