1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1994 TVR Griffith is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 136 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Griffith weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
