1991 TVR Griffith vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. 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 223 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 TVR Griffith | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Griffith | Passat |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
