1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice 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 226 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 608 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Caprice | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2290 mm |
