2003 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Ram | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
