1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Griffith weights approximately 268 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Kadett | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
