1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 522 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda MPV | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | MPV | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
