2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 562 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
