1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 887 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Euro 1 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1372 mm |
