2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 556 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Tuscan. (298 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Mustang | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |
