2000 Honda NSX vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 6 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, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | NSX | Griffith |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |