1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 383 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 1982 Ford Fairlane 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. 1982 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Fairlane | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Fairlane | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |