2007 Tata Safari vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Tata Safari | 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Tata | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Safari | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
