1988 Lotus Esprit vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 126 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lotus Esprit | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Esprit | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
