2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri. 1986 Ford Capri has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Tuscan | Capri |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
