1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 TVR Griffith

To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 TVR Griffith.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chevrolet Camaro 1992 TVR Griffith
Make Chevrolet TVR
Model Camaro Griffith
Year Released 1973 1992
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5735 cc 3944 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 208 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 379 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2290 mm


 

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