1989 TVR S2 vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR S2 would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 TVR S2. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 TVR S2. 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, 1994 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR S2 | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | S2 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
