2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 TVR Tasmin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Navara | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2390 mm |
