2005 Ford Escort vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Because 1994 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 1994 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escort | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
