1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 38 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Because 1997 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 1997 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1997 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Sunny | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
