1986 TVR Tasmin vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 TVR Tasmin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,526 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 TVR Tasmin | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | TVR | Volvo |
Model | Tasmin | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3526 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |