2004 TVR Tuscan vs. 1987 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 2004 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Polo. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Tuscan | 1987 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tuscan | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
