2009 Honda Civic vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 351 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1980 TVR Tasmin is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1017 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
