1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Step Wagon | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
