1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Because 2002 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 2002 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Mondeo | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
