1988 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1988 TVR Tuscan 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 1988 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30, 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Tuscan | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | TVR | Hyundai |
| Model | Tuscan | i30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
