1995 Ford Royale vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2003 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 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Royale | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
