2002 Eagle Talon vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Eagle Talon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Eagle Talon weights approximately 322 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2000 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 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Eagle Talon, 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Eagle Talon | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Eagle | Nissan |
| Model | Talon | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
