2002 Honda Saber vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Honda Saber 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 154 more horse power than 2002 Honda Saber. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Saber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Saber weights approximately 392 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 Honda Saber, 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Saber. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Saber. 2002 Honda Saber has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Saber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Saber | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Saber | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |