1988 TVR Type S vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR 400 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S. 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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Type S | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Type S | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
