2003 TVR Griffith vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Griffith | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Griffith | 780 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
