2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Express | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
