1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 55 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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Taunus | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Taunus | Griffith |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |