2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR S2 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 395 kg more than 1989 TVR S2.
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, 1989 TVR S2 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Econovan | S2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
