1971 Toyota Corolla vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR 420 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Corolla | 1987 TVR 420 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corolla | 420 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4225 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 59 L |