2002 Acura RSX vs. 2002 TVR Griffith
To start off, both 2002 Acura RSX and 2002 TVR Griffith were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 168 kg more than 2002 TVR Griffith.
Because 2002 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 2002 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 2002 TVR Griffith (484 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX. 2002 Acura RSX has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura RSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2002 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Acura | TVR |
| Model | RSX | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
