1996 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-7 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | RX-7 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
