1988 TVR Type S vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Type S would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 TVR Type S. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 TVR Type 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR Type S. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 TVR Type S | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Type S | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
