1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 Nissan Skyline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 715 kg more than 1984 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
