2005 Tata Safari vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Tata Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Safari weights approximately 898 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Tata Safari | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Tata | Volkswagen |
Model | Safari | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |