1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 388 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (434 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
