1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 1993 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40, 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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1993 TVR Cerbera | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | TVR | Volvo |
Model | Cerbera | V40 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |