1994 Peugeot 306 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 701 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 1998 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 746 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 306 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 306 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
