1958 AC Ace vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Nissan Skyline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Ace | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
