2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Type S would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Type S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2300 mm |
