1998 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra 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 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 991 kg more than 2010 Nissan Micra. 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 2010 Nissan Micra. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Tata Safari | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Tata | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 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 | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
