2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 850 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 850. (251 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tuscan Speed Six | 850 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 73 L |
