1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Cortina | Griffith |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2290 mm |