1989 Porsche 944 vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1989 Porsche 944 is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 944 | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 944 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
