1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 702 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 1988 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Avanti | TVR |
| Model | Avanti | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
