2007 Tata Safari vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 1982 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Safari | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Tata | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
