2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1970 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 404 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1970 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 404 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
