1980 Renault 5 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, both 1980 Renault 5 and 1980 TVR Tasmin were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 47 kg more than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | 5 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 160 HP |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |
