1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Land Rover | TVR |
Model | Discovery | Griffith |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |