1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, both 1989 Toyota Corolla and 1989 TVR S2 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
Because 1989 TVR S2 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 1989 TVR S2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1989 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Corolla | 1989 TVR S2 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corolla | S2 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |