2000 TVR Griffith vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Griffith 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 (320 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 TVR Griffith.
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, 2000 TVR Griffith (434 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Griffith | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | TVR | Mazda |
| Model | Griffith | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
