1996 Marcos Mantara vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2002 TVR Griffith is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Marcos Mantara 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 152 more horse power than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (183 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1996 Marcos Mantara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Griffith weights approximately 132 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Marcos Mantara. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Marcos Mantara | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Marcos | TVR |
Model | Mantara | Griffith |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1220 mm |