1990 Nissan Presea vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 731 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, 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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Presea | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Presea | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
