1998 Caterham C21 vs. 1993 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1998 Caterham C21 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1998 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1998 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Griffith weights approximately 412 kg more than 1998 Caterham C21. 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, 1993 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Caterham C21. (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Caterham C21 | 1993 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Caterham | TVR |
| Model | C21 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
