2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 TVR Vixen. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1968 TVR Vixen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Freestar (336 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Freestar | Vixen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
