2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR V8 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR V8 S 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 161 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 26 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | SSR | V8 S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 373 Nm |
| 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 | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |
