1993 TVR Cerbera vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 79 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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 (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Cerbera | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cerbera | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
