1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 6 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 279 more horse power than 1999 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 282 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, 1999 Volvo C70, 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Cerbera | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | C70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
