1992 TVR Griffith vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 201 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

1992 TVR Griffith 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make TVR Chevrolet
Model Griffith Colorado
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3944 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 225 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 72 L


 

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