1974 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Celica | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Celica | Tamora |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |