1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2000 TVR Griffith. (336 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 3 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Griffith. (484 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Viper | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 336 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 484 Nm |
| 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 | 1057 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
