2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1088 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Titan | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
