1991 TVR Griffith vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 21 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 59 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 TVR Griffith | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | TVR | Lotus |
| Model | Griffith | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2299 mm |
