1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
Because 2000 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 2000 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Skoda Octavia | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Skoda | TVR |
Model | Octavia | Griffith |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |