2000 AC Aceca vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 20 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 575 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Aceca | Tasmin |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |