1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Suburban | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2290 mm |
