2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Drifter | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4225 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
