2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 TVR Type S
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Type S would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1987 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 TVR Type S. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Type S. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1987 TVR Type S has manual transmission. 1987 TVR Type S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1987 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Expedition | Type S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
