1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Dart | Griffith |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |