1987 TVR S vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1987 TVR S and 1987 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 TVR S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR S (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR S should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 TVR S weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 TVR S 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 S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, 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 S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 TVR S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 TVR S | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | S | Polo |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |