1988 Nissan R88C
A distinguishing feature of the R88C was that it was powered by a new engine, the VRH30, developed for racing at Le Mans. Driven by #24 YHP’s No.1 driver, Masahiro Hasemi, it took part in the 1988 and 1989 JSPC races (up to the 2nd round in 1989). In the 1988 season, it came in 3rd in the 1st round (Fuji) and 5th round (Suzuka). In 1989, it was 3rd in the 2nd round (Fuji) and 4th in the World Sports Prototype Championship (WSPC) 1st round (Suzuka).
In Detail
| type | Racing Car |
| built at | Japan |
| engine | VRH30T V8 |
| power | 551 kw / 738.90002 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| bhp/weight | 869.29 bhp per tonne |
| torque | 735 nm / 542.09998 ft lbs @ 5500 rpm |
| front tires | 320/30R17 |
| rear tires | 350/40R19 |
| front brakes | AP Racing Discs |
| rear brakes | AP Racing Discs |
| front wheels | F 43.2 x 33 cm / 17 x 13 in |
| rear wheels | R 48.3 x 35.6 cm / 19 x 14 in |
| f suspension | Double Wishbones |
| r suspension | Double Wishbones |
| curb weight | 850 kg / 1874.25 lbs |
| wheelbase | 2800 mm / 110.2 in |
| front track | 1600 mm / 63 in |
| rear track | 1550 mm / 61 in |
| length | 4780 mm / 188.2 in |
| width | 1990 mm / 78.3 in |
| height | 965 mm / 38 in |
| transmission | March 87T 5-Speed |
