1994 Toyota MR2 vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 TVR Griffith is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota MR2 | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | MR2 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1235 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |