2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2000 Opel Corsa and 2000 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (320 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 6 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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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 (434 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Corsa | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
