1993 TVR Griffith vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1993 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Griffith | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | TVR | TVR |
| Model | Griffith | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1062 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
