2003 Lada 2123 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 5 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 12 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lada 2123 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lada | Tata |
Model | 2123 | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |