1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S.
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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cedric | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
