1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 227 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Tamora weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
