1994 TVR Griffith vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair 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 114 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Because 1994 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair. 1989 Ford Corsair has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 TVR Griffith | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Griffith | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
