1998 TVR Speed 12 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento 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 700 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Vento weights approximately 75 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento, 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 736 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Vento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 TVR Speed 12 | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | Speed 12 | Vento |
Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 790 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |