1989 TVR Speed Eight vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR Speed Eight | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Speed Eight | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
