1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan.
Because 1967 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 1967 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |
