1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Jaguar | TVR |
Model | XJS | Griffith |
Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |