2001 Toyota Altezza vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR Speed Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR Speed Eight would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR Speed Eight has manual transmission. 1989 TVR Speed Eight will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Altezza | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
