1981 Buick Electra vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 632 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra. 1981 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Electra | Griffith |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |