1988 TVR Type S vs. 1992 Volvo 850
To start off, 1992 Volvo 850 is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 850 weights approximately 430 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, 1992 Volvo 850 (221 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 850 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 | 1992 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Type S | 850 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
