2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1990 TVR Griffith. (327 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR Griffith. (481 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Corvette | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
