2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2004 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 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
