1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 14 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cedric | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
