2006 TVR Tuscan vs. 1984 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Fiero. 1984 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tuscan | 1984 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | TVR | Pontiac |
| Model | Tuscan | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
