1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 1994 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Griffith 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 35 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 TVR Griffith.
Because 1994 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 1994 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1994 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Maxima | 1994 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Maxima | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
