1980 TVR Tasmin vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1311 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 TVR Tasmin | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | TVR | Dodge |
| Model | Tasmin | Ram |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
