1994 TVR Griffith vs. 2012 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2012 Tata Indigo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Griffith 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 155 more horse power than 2012 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indigo weights approximately 80 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, 2012 Tata Indigo, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 TVR Griffith | 2012 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | TVR | Tata |
| Model | Griffith | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
