1989 Lancia Y10 vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Y10 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Y10. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10, 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Y10. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Y10 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Y10 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
