1980 TVR Tasmin vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 699 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1980 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1980 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 TVR Tasmin | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | TVR | Dodge |
| Model | Tasmin | Charger |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1017 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
