1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1996 Toyota MR2. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (131 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota MR2 | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | MR2 | Tuscan Speed Six |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |