2004 Tata E vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Cerbera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Cerbera would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Tata E | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Tata | TVR |
| Model | E | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
