1999 Toyota Previa vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 555 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Because 1995 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 1995 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Previa | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Previa | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
