1998 GMC Safari vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 895 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 GMC Safari | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | GMC | TVR |
Model | Safari | Griffith |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |