1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 355 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tasmin |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |