1998 Buick Signia vs. 1970 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1970 TVR Vixen. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1970 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 953 kg more than 1970 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 TVR Vixen 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 1970 TVR Vixen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1970 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Signia | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
