2003 Tata Safari vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Tata Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Tata Safari | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Tata | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |