1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 301 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Firebird. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac Firebird | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Pontiac | TVR |
Model | Firebird | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |