1999 Vauxhall Omega vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2008 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vauxhall Omega | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Tata |
| Model | Omega | Safari |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
