1998 TVR Cerbera vs. 1978 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1998 TVR Cerbera | 1978 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | Cerbera | 1302 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |