1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | 626 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
