1982 Nissan Prairie vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie 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 146 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 TVR Griffith weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 TVR Griffith is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Prairie | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Prairie | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
