1987 TVR Type S vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1987 TVR Type S and 1987 Volkswagen Passat 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 Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Type S (158 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S.
Because 1987 TVR Type 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 Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (118 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 TVR Type S | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Type S | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
