1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Fairlane | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
