2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 279 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
