1983 Toyota Corona vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona 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 109 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corona. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corona weights approximately 75 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Corona | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Corona | Griffith |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |