2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR Tasmin weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | SSR | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2390 mm |
