1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR V8 S has manual transmission. 1990 TVR V8 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Express | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2290 mm |
