1997 Renault Laguna vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 1997 Renault Laguna and 1997 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Laguna weights approximately 163 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Because 1997 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 1997 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Renault Laguna, 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Laguna | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Renault | TVR |
Model | Laguna | Griffith |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |