2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. 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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 890 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 |
