2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Nissan | Volvo |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |