1988 TVR Type S vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 82 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 TVR Type S.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 1975 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Type S has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Type S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Type S | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | Type S | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
