1975 Honda Civic vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1988 TVR Tuscan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 246 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 1988 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1988 TVR Tuscan (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
