2009 Opel Combo vs. 1960 TVR Grantura
To start off, 2009 Opel Combo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 TVR Grantura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 TVR Grantura would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 TVR Grantura. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Because 1960 TVR Grantura 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 1960 TVR Grantura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Combo, 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, 2009 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 TVR Grantura. (102 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 TVR Grantura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Combo | 1960 TVR Grantura | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Combo | Grantura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 39 L |
