1986 Renault Alpine vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 6 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 147 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Alpine | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Alpine | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
