1989 Suzuki Cappuccino vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 446 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Suzuki | TVR |
| Model | Cappuccino | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 679 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
