1989 TVR Speed Eight vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 193 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Because 1989 TVR Speed Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 TVR Speed Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR Speed Eight | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | TVR | Honda |
| Model | Speed Eight | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
