1991 TVR Griffith vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 20 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 133 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 TVR Griffith | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Griffith | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3193 mm |
