1998 Mazda MPV vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MPV | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | MPV | 420 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
