1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Escort | Griffith |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |