2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 22 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda 2. 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, 1998 Tata Safari (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | 2 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
