2011 Tata Safari vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Capital. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Capital. 1995 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tata Safari | 1995 Kia Capital | |
Make | Tata | Kia |
Model | Safari | Capital |
Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |