2000 Tata E vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata E is newer by 2 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Tata E.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Tata E. 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, 2000 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Tata E | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | E | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
