2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 931 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2290 mm |
