1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
