1991 TVR Griffith vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith 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 67 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 577 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 TVR Griffith | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | TVR | SsangYong |
| Model | Griffith | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
