2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 34 kg more than 1983 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1983 TVR Tasmin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1983 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
