2009 Tata Indica vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 10 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 2009 Tata Indica. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Tata Indica | 1999 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Tata | Tata |
| Model | Indica | Safari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1005 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
