1987 TVR 420 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 387 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 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 TVR 420 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | 420 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4225 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
