1995 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 15 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 4,311 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 995 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1980 TVR Tasmin has manual transmission. 1980 TVR Tasmin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Caprice | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Caprice | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4311 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
