1994 TVR Griffith vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1994 TVR Griffith | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | TVR | Volvo |
Model | Griffith | 740 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |