1991 Audi 80 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 1991 Audi 80 and 1991 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 161 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
Because 1991 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 1991 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi 80 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Audi | TVR |
Model | 80 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |