2004 Tata Safari vs. 1999 Tata Estate
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Tata Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Tata Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata Safari | 1999 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Safari | Estate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
