1977 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 660 kg more than 1977 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Maverick. 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, 1977 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Maverick | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Maverick | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
