1995 TVR Griffith vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 TVR Griffith | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | TVR | GMC |
| Model | Griffith | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
