1970 TVR Vixen vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 TVR Vixen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 TVR Vixen | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | Vixen | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
