2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Roadster | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |
