1987 TVR S vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR S would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 TVR S. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Griffith weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 TVR S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 TVR S | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | S | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
