2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova 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 319 more horse power than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova, 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 (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Vauxhall Nova. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tuscan | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
