1999 Honda Accord vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord 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 201 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Accord | Griffith |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |