1998 Ford Puma vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1998 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma, 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Puma | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
