1993 Toyota Century vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1993 Toyota Century is newer by 13 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 783 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1980 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1980 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Century | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Century | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2390 mm |
