1984 Ford Granada vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 238 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | Griffith |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |