1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2000 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2000 TVR Griffith is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Griffith (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Griffith weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2000 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Skyline | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
