1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Opel | TVR |
Model | Kadett | Griffith |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 820 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |