1999 Honda Civic vs. 1996 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 TVR Griffith.
Because 1996 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 1996 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1996 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Civic | Griffith |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |