2008 Honda Civic vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 118 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Because 1997 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 1997 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
