2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 TVR Type S weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Familia | Type S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2300 mm |
