2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 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 105 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Griffith weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Elise | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 57 L |
