2000 Opel Signum vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2000 Opel Signum 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 200 more horse power than 2000 Opel Signum. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Signum weights approximately 430 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 Signum, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Signum. (167 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Signum | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Signum | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2290 mm |
