2006 Toyota Yaris vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1987 TVR Tasmin 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 1987 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Yaris | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Yaris | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
