1975 Ford Torino vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1980 TVR Tasmin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Torino | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |