1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 8 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 247 more horse power than 2001 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 TVR Cerbera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo V70. (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Cerbera | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Cerbera | V70 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4472 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
