2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP) has 306 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade. 1980 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | TVR | Honda |
| Model | Tuscan Speed Six | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2330 mm |
