1988 TVR Type S vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 113 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Type S | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Type S | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
