1985 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1985 Opel Corsa. 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 1985 Opel Corsa. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Corsa | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Corsa | Safari |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
