1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 433 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJR | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2290 mm |
