1998 Buick Regal vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 1998 Buick Regal and 1998 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 434 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Because 1998 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 1998 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Regal | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
