2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota MR2 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1993 Toyota MR2. (241 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 511 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota MR2. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | R 390 GT1 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |