1971 Opel Ascona vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Griffith weights approximately 152 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Ascona | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Ascona | Griffith |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |