2000 Honda Civic vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 TVR Taimar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR Taimar (142 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR Taimar should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 TVR Taimar weights approximately 61 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 TVR Taimar 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 1972 TVR Taimar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 1972 TVR Taimar (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 TVR Taimar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Taimar |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |