1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 995 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | Range Rover | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
