2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2001 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 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Prius, 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
