1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang 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 263 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tamora |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |