2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Type S would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Berlina | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Berlina | Type S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
