2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Exige | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
