1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 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 (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Ford RS 200. (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford RS 200 | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | RS 200 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |