1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1992 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1992 TVR Griffith is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Commodore. (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Commodore | 1992 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Commodore | Griffith |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |