2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
