1983 TVR Tasmin vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 327 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 TVR Tasmin | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | TVR | Ford |
Model | Tasmin | Ranger |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3528 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3193 mm |