2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
