1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
