1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 1999 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1999 TVR Griffith is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Griffith weights approximately 376 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 1999 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cherry | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
