2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 15 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 900 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 TVR Griffith. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1994 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1994 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Sprinter | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
