2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1989 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Silvia would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1989 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
