1984 Toyota Celica vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica 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 161 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Celica | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Celica | Griffith |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |