1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP) has 348 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 543 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
