1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |