Nissan R90C | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Nissan |
Production | 1990–1991 |
Assembly | Japan |
Designer | Ray Mallock |
Body and chassis | |
Class | race car |
Body style | closed |
Layout | mid engine/rear drive |
Powertrain | |
Engine | VRH35Z Twin-Turbocharged DOHC 32-valve V8 |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,800 mm (110.2 in) |
Length | 4,800 mm (189.0 in) |
Width | 1,990 mm (78.3 in) |
Height | 1,100 mm (43.3 in) |
Curb weight | 900 kg (1,984 lb) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Nissan R89C |
The Nissan R90C was a platform used for Group C racing cars built in 1990 by Nissan Motors for competition in World Sportscar Championship (WSC) based in Europe and the All Japan Sports Prototype Championship (JSPC). The cars based on the basic R90C platform would compete until 1993 before Nissan chose to withdraw from sports car racing, not returning until 1997. It won three JSPC championships and several significant endurance races during its career.