2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Because 1998 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 1998 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Hyundai | TVR |
| Model | Tiburon | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
