1979 Ford Capri vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Capri | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
