1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Fairlane | Griffith |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |