2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1991 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 768 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 TVR Griffith. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1991 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1991 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Charger | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
