1998 Tata Safari vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 726 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Tata Safari | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Golf |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |