1988 TVR S2 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 TVR S2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR S2 has manual transmission. 1988 TVR S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR S2 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | S2 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
