1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Camaro | Griffith |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |