1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1967 TVR Griffith

To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Griffith (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 TVR Griffith.

Because 1967 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1967 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1967 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 1967 TVR Griffith
Make Oldsmobile TVR
Model Ninety-Eight Griffith
Year Released 1987 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 4727 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 229 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2170 mm