1972 Nissan Sunny vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Sunny | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Sunny | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |
