2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today 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 343 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 465 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 1997 Honda Today 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. 1997 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Tuscan | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | TVR | Honda |
Model | Tuscan | Today |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |