1976 Buick Estate vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 824 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 (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Estate | Griffith |
Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |