1987 TVR 420 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Because 1987 TVR 420 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 1987 TVR 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, 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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 TVR 420 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | 420 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4225 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |
