1985 TVR 390 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 TVR 390 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | 390 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
