1992 Honda Civic vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 179 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |