1984 Toyota Model F vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 155 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Model F | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Model F | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
