1989 Peugeot 605 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1993 TVR Griffith is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 605. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1993 TVR Griffith.
Because 1993 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 1993 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605, 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (175 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 605 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 605 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
