1998 TVR Griffith vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Griffith.
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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 TVR Griffith. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1998 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 1998 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 TVR Griffith | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | Griffith | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
