2003 TVR Tamora vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Because 2003 TVR Tamora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tamora | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | TVR | Honda |
| Model | Tamora | Capa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
