2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 TVR 420. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 TVR 420. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR 420. (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Tuscan | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
