2005 Opel Combo vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 834 kg more than 2005 Opel Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Combo. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Combo | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Combo | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
