2001 Toyota Verossa vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 540 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1988 TVR S2 has manual transmission. 1988 TVR S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Verossa | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Verossa | S2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
