2012 Tata Safari vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 774 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Holden Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari. 1999 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Tata Safari | 1999 Holden Astra | |
Make | Tata | Holden |
Model | Safari | Astra |
Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5530 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |