1988 Lada Samara vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Griffith weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Lada | TVR |
Model | Samara | Griffith |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |