1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
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, 1987 Ford Meteor, 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 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor. 1987 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
